Drive. Earn. Spend - instantly.
Banking & Money Management
What is it?
Lyft Direct is a no-fee debit card and mobile banking account for drivers, offered in partnership with Payfare and issued by Stride Bank. It gives drivers instant access to earnings, cashback rewards, and banking features—all from within the Lyft Driver app.
Journey highlights
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Drivers apply directly in the Lyft app
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Earnings from each ride deposited instantly into Lyft Direct account
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Physical and virtual debit card for spending anywhere Mastercard is accepted
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Cashback on fuel, groceries, and select categories
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No fees, no minimums, and no waiting for direct deposit
From ride to real-time - Lyft Direct puts earnings in your pocket, instantly
Why it matters
Lyft Direct turns earnings into real-time spendable money, eliminating the wait for weekly payouts or reliance on third-party banks. By embedding banking directly into the platform, Lyft supports financial flexibility, boosts driver retention, and offers value beyond the ride.